2003 Fiat Seicento vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 660 kg more than 2003 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Seicento. 2007 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Seicento | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Seicento | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |
